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  Bridging Spirit and Science -...

  Martin K. Ettington

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  Spirit and Science are viewed as opposing views. I have lived my life in the middle of this divide. Trained as an engineer and scientist, I was taught to trust logic, mathematics, and experimental proof.  
  Yet my personal experiences — from moments of prophecy to direct awareness of subtle energies — convinced me that there is more to reality than conventional science admits.  
  For years I tried to keep the two worlds separate: the rational and the mystical. But over time, the boundary dissolved. I realized that both perspectives describe the same universe from different vantage points.  
  My work, and this book in particular, is about restoring the unity that once existed between them. 
  The purpose of this book is not to replace science with mysticism, nor to reduce spiritual experience to chemistry or neurology. Rather, it aims to show that consciousness, energy, and matter are aspects of a single integrated system.

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  The Norse Eddas - The Ancient...

  Odessa Nightshade

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  The Norse Eddas are among the most significant collections of ancient texts in Norse mythology, preserving the beliefs, legends, and wisdom of the Viking Age. These texts, passed down through oral tradition before being written down, provide a glimpse into the cosmology, gods, heroes, and prophecies that shaped the worldview of the Norse people. At the heart of these works are the Poetic Edda and the Prose Edda, two distinct but complementary sources that serve as the foundation of our understanding of Norse mythology. While the Poetic Edda consists of mythological and heroic poems that likely originated in pre-Christian Scandinavia, the Prose Edda, written by the Icelandic scholar Snorri Sturluson in the 13th century, provides an organized narrative and interpretation of these myths.  
    
  Norse mythology is unique among the world’s great mythological traditions, offering a vision of a cosmos that is both grand and tragic. The stories contained in the Eddas depict a universe governed by fate, where even the gods themselves are not immune to doom. Central to these myths is the idea of cyclical destruction and rebirth, embodied in the prophecy of Ragnarok—the apocalyptic battle that will end the reign of the gods and bring forth a new world. Unlike the immortals of other mythologies, the Norse gods are flawed, mortal beings who struggle against inevitable destruction, making their tales both heroic and deeply human.  
    
  Beyond their mythological significance, the Eddas also reflect the values, traditions, and daily life of the Norse people. Honor, loyalty, and wisdom are recurring themes, guiding both gods and mortals in their choices and destinies.

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  Unusual Topics & Interesting...

  Chirag Patel

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  If you're struggling with how to demystify the world, check out this guide. With answers about everything from AI and mental health, to living through hard times and discussions of philosophy, theology and spirituality, it contains a wealth of interesting facts, ideas and opinions.Also includes a section on marijuana-related questions, and properly reflective reviews of great sci fi, fantasy, non fiction and comedy books. You'll be guaranteed to find a classic work that you'll love in there.

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  Crime and Punishment in Ancient...

  Editors Charles River

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  In ancient Egypt, the underpinning concept in law, in theory, was that rich and poor citizens should be treated equally, but this was an aspiration that was rarely fulfilled in practice. At the same time, the types of treatment delivered to those deemed guilty could also be harsh - common punishments included confiscation of property, slavery, beatings, and mutilation. During both the Old Kingdom (c. 2700 BCE – 2200 BCE) and Middle Kingdom (c. 2030 BCE – 1650 BCE), crime was dealt with by local officials using their own private police forces. However, during the New Kingdom (c. 1539 BCE – 1075 BCE) a centralized police force emerged, consisting of Nubian tribesmen under an Egyptian supervisor, who were armed with staffs and used specially trained dogs. 
  	In extreme cases, the death penalty was invoked, sometimes with the additional punishment of ensuring that the convicted were refused a burial or were buried but without full rituals. Based on the Egyptians’ religious beliefs, both situations resulted in the guilty being denied entry to the afterlife. 
  	Perhaps not surprisingly, not all laws related directly to criminal activity. Civil disputes were common, and suits by a plaintiff against a defendant provide another major source about the Egyptian legal system, as do the copies of the many legal transactions and contracts that date from the 7th century BCE onwards when the popular form of the written language (Demotic) started to become more widely used. Indeed, it is often difficult to distinguish between civil and criminal cases in the available records. Following the introduction of writing, however, written deeds or contracts quickly replaced traditional oral agreements, and many of these extant documents reveal considerable detail about the laws of ancient Egypt.

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  Global Puppet Masters -...

  John Harpoon

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  In the modern world, understanding the foundations of global influence is essential to comprehend how power operates on the world stage. Power, in this context, refers to the ability of an actor—be it a nation-state, corporation, or non-governmental organization—to shape outcomes and direct events. Global influence manifests through various mechanisms, from economic leverage to cultural dominance, from military might to technological advancement. These power structures are not static; they evolve and adapt, shifting with changing political landscapes, societal developments, and technological innovations. To better understand these complexities, it is vital to define and explore the different types of power that govern global interactions. 
  The concept of power can be categorized into three primary types: hard power, soft power, and smart power. Hard power is the use of force or coercion, such as military action or economic sanctions, to achieve a desired outcome. It is often associated with traditional methods of exerting influence. Soft power, on the other hand, involves shaping preferences and values through non-coercive means, such as diplomacy, cultural exports, or the appeal of ideologies. Smart power combines both hard and soft power, strategically applying each to achieve desired objectives in a rapidly changing world. 
  The Decahedron Model is introduced as a comprehensive framework for analyzing global influence. This model identifies ten pillars of power that work together to create a complex web of interconnected global forces. These pillars include political, economic, military, technological, media, cultural, environmental, psychological, strategic, and financial influence. The Decahedron’s unique approach emphasizes that these pillars do not operate in isolation; rather, they interact and reinforce one another, creating a dynamic system where shifts in one pillar can lead to ripple effects throughout the entire global system.

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  A Mild Case of Dead - The unseen...

  Dave Young

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  A Mild Case of Dead examines the folly of pursuing greater satisfaction in life through the goals of health, fitness, and weight loss. It occurs to us as logical to seek these qualities as a way to be more satisfied with our lives, but we seek them only because of a dissatisfaction with our lives. The human design is to be more satisfied with life first. When you’re guided by humanity instead of logic your physical state becomes a byproduct of that satisfaction, not the way to it.  
  Written and narrated by the author, the book explains why he chose to abandon this work and close his gym forever. He realized that the issues that cause people to pursue health and fitness strategies are never resolved with the minutiae of programs or routines or diets because they are internal struggles first. 
  The natural way to be satisfied with your body is to be satisfied with your life. Any other process is only a theory about life, not the real thing.

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